1961 Bristol 407 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 280 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 407 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 407 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
